CVE-2004-1151: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 08 2004(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) sys32_ni_syscall and (2) sys32_vm86_warning functions in sys_ia32.c for Linux 2.6.x may allow local attackers to modify kernel memory and gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test10 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test11 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.0-test9 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.1-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.1-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.6-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.7-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.8-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.8-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.8-rc3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.9-2.6.20 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.10-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6_test9_cvs | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =4.1 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =4.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.ussg.iu.edu/hypermail/linux/kernel/0411.3/1467.html
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset@1.2079
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/gnupatch@41ae6af1cR3mJYlW6D8EHxCKSxuJiQ
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_44_kernel.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:022
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110306397320336&w=2
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/cset%401.2079
- http://linux.bkbits.net:8080/linux-2.6/gnupatch%4041ae6af1cR3mJYlW6D8EHxCKSxuJiQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1151?
CVE-2004-1151 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to allow local attackers to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1151?
To fix CVE-2004-1151, it is recommended to upgrade the Linux kernel to a version that is not vulnerable to this buffer overflow issue.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2004-1151?
CVE-2004-1151 affects various 2.6.x Linux kernel versions, specifically from 2.6.0 up to 2.6.9.
Who is impacted by CVE-2004-1151?
CVE-2004-1151 primarily impacts local users of Linux systems running vulnerable kernel versions who may exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-1151?
CVE-2004-1151 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found within specific syscall functions in the Linux kernel.
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